AddressPermanent, full-time
LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and reliable individual to fill the position of Side Loader Collection Vehicle Operator within our friendly waste team.
As the Side Loading Collection Vehicle Operator, you will be responsible for the completion of all duties associated with the collection of residual waste, presented in dedicated residual waste bins, from nominated properties, utilising one operator Side Loading Collection Vehicles, from various locations around the City of Lake Macquarie.
Working for Council’s Waste team you will be providing an imperative service for the community?
This exciting role will:
- As the Driver you will operate the garbage Collection Vehicle
- You will ensure optimum and efficient use of the Side Loading Collection Vehicle
- Achieving maximum productivity with minimum inconvenience (noise, nuisance, disturbance) to the public during collection services
- Assist in the development and review of Risk Assessments / Work Method Statements, Procedures
- Ensure no materials escape from the Collection Vehicle
- Handle MGB’s in a manner that does not damage the MGB
- Notify the customer for any non-collection
- Comply with the requirements of any relevant waste collection contract.
Read the position statement here and learn more about this exciting opportunity.
LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU
- You hold a current HR drivers licence
- Stand out of the crowd with your experience in operating a Side Loading Collection Vehicle
- Having a strong team work ethic, you work cooperatively to ensure high standards of work
- Your understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements is evident.
- Having previous experience within Waste Services your customer service skills are second to none
- You display a general knowledge and understanding of Council’s waste management services
- Most of all you have a can-do attitude.
LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS
This position provides:
- Competitive salary from $34.53 to $38.65 per hour with 3.5% increase from 6 July 2024
- Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
- Industry-leading 12 per cent superannuation
- Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply
- 38 -hour working week with flexible working conditions
- long service leave after 5 years
- education assistance
- training and development opportunities
- corporate fitness program from as little as $6 per week
- Click here to view more perks!
CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET’S START
- If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by 11:59pm, Sunday 9 June 2024.
- For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Daniel Cahill, Coordinator Waste Operations, 0437 907 *** or via email *******@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
- If you need assistance submitting your application click here or please contact Ashlea Norris, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 02 4921 0*** or via email ********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au.
- We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
- Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
